Genealogy is all about names. We find most records through surnames, and then narrow the search with given names. But too many of us search only for the perfect match. Close counts not only in horseshoes but also in heritage hunting. ...more

January 4, 2009

How many of you genealogists will admit that you have unproven, undocumented ancestors sitting in your family tree? ...more

December 21, 2008

Steve Flaig's long search for his birth mother ended at an incredible place: the checkout line of the home-improvement store where he works. ...more

December 23, 2007

Singing Christmas carols is a tradition for The Roches, one that dates back well before the sisters had a definite article in front of their surname. ...more

December 20, 2007